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Charles Spencer on the royal fallout following Princess Diana's death

Charles Spencer on the royal fallout following Princess Diana's death

Summary

Charles Spencer, the brother of Diana, Princess of Wales, has written a new book called "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister," sharing his personal views on Diana’s life and death. The book includes Spencer's claim that King Charles said they would soon forget Diana after her death, which caused controversy and a response from the royal palace.

Key Facts

  • Charles Spencer is Diana, Princess of Wales’s brother and the 9th Earl Spencer.
  • Spencer’s new book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister," will be published by Penguin Press.
  • In the book, Spencer says King Charles told him, "We'll forget her soon enough," referring to Diana after her death.
  • The palace responded by saying Spencer’s memories may be influenced by grief and could affect his judgment.
  • Diana was chosen as a royal bride at 19, married Prince Charles, but their marriage ended in divorce.
  • Spencer claims Diana faced jealousy and opposition from parts of the British establishment during her life.
  • Diana was very popular with the public, but her relationship with Prince Charles had serious difficulties.
  • The book was motivated by requests for Spencer’s personal side of Diana’s story ahead of the 30th anniversary of her death.
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